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Dixie M. Lawrence

Dixie M. Lawrence

Feb 16, 2024

Dixie M. Lawrence, 88, of Greensburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Morning Breeze in Greensburg, surrounded by family. Dixie was born on May 1, 1935, in Clarksburg, IN, the daughter of Morris and Myrtle (Arnold) Banister.

Dixie was a lifelong wife, mother, and homemaker. She loved being with her family, entertaining friends, and...

Donna Sue Colson

Donna Sue Colson

Jan 31, 2024

Donna Sue Colson (Webb), 71, of Greensburg, IN, died on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Columbus Regional Health in Columbus, IN.

Born November 10, 1952, in Bedford, IN, she was the daughter of Charles and Norma Webb. She grew up in the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' Children's Home and graduated from Morton Memorial High School in 1971....

Joseph E. "Joe" Stuart

Joseph E. "Joe" Stuart

Jan 28, 2024

Joseph E. “Joe” Stuart, 78, of Greensburg passed away on January 28, 2024. Joe was born on March 2, 1945, in Greensburg, the son of Thomas and Sarah (Elliott) Stuart. He married Marcia Carel in 1967 and she preceded him in death.

Joe worked at various factories and tool & die manufacturers throughout his life. Joe was...

Ruth Ann Fortner

Ruth Ann Fortner

Jan 16, 2024

Ruth Ann Fortner, 71, of Greensburg, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2023.

Born October 5, 1952, in Greensburg, she was the daughter of Bernard and Eva (Ogden) Voiles.

Ruth worked for many years at various retail stores including K-Mart in Greensburg. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, shopping, and going out...

Amy M. Caffee

Amy M. Caffee

Jan 14, 2024

Amy Caffee, age 48, of Greensburg, passed away the afternoon of January 14th, 2024. Amy was born on April 1, 1975, the daughter of Fred Caffee and the late Debra "Debbie" Huntington.

Amy loved quality time with her family and friends. She loved music, arts & crafts, photography, and painting. She loved long scenic drives with no...

Mary Lynn Best

Mary Lynn Best

Jan 11, 2024

Mary Best, 76, of Greensburg, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Mary was born on May 22, 1947.

Friends and family are invited to pray the rosary at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greensburg on Thursday, January 18, 2024, starting at 8:30 am. A visitation will follow until the time of...

Hubert "Hugh" Chambers

Hubert "Hugh" Chambers

Jan 7, 2024

Hubert “Hugh” Chambers, 85, Greensburg, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. Born August 31, 1938, in Prairie Creek, Indiana, he was the son of Warren and Ethel (Butler) Chambers. Hugh graduated from Prairie Creek High School. After high school Hugh went on to serve his country in the...

Delores M. Bruns

Delores M. Bruns

Jan 5, 2024

Delores “Dee” Marie (née Hoeing) Bruns, 89, of Greensburg, IN, passed away on January 5, 2024.  She was born on February 12, 1934 in rural Decatur County, the daughter of Joseph B. and Agnes (Butz) Hoeing.  Delores was a 1952 graduate of Sandusky High School.  She married Robert J. Bruns on May 11, 1957 and together they had five...

Kathleen Ann Whitmore

Kathleen Ann Whitmore

Dec 29, 2023

Kathleen Ann (née McFarland) Whitmore came into the world in the usual way, kicking and screaming, on July 26, 1951. July 26th was also the birthday shared with her grandmother, Prudence Navarra. Bob and Rosemary (née Navarra) welcomed her as their fourth child.

Though Kathy was not born a leader, she chose to accept the role many...

Arlene H. Feldman

Arlene H. Feldman

Dec 29, 2023

Arlene Hilda Feldman, 84, of Greensburg, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023.

Born July 24, 1939, in Rush County, Indiana, she was the daughter of Clemens and Stella (Schebler) Lecher. Arlene was married to Urban Feldman and he preceded her in death.

Arlene spent most of her time crocheting and creating beautiful afghans.

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Frances Bower

Frances Bower

Dec 24, 2023

Frances Bower, of Indianapolis, died on December 24, 2023 at Robin Run Senior Living Facility, where she had been a resident for several years.  She was born in Lerose, Kentucky, on February 27,1937, the daughter of Charles Vires and Rebecca Gabbard who preceded her in death. Much of her adult life was spent as a homemaker, supporting her husband,...

Craig Schutte

Craig Schutte

Dec 23, 2023

Craig E. Schutte, 40, of Greensburg, IN, passed away at his home on December 23, 2023.  Craig was born on October 9, 1983, in Decatur County, Indiana.  Craig is survived by the love of his life, Charlene M. (Schmitz) Schutte and their two beautiful daughters, Taylor M. and Kennedy M., of Greensburg, IN. Destiny brought Craig and Charlene together...

Rasma Emilija Prieditis

Rasma Emilija Prieditis

Dec 18, 2023

Rasma Emilija (Emily) Prieditis was born on March 18, 1932, in the Baltic Sea coast city of Liepaja, Latvia to Kris and Alma Freibergs. Her childhood was free and happy until WWII started, and many friends and neighbors were being sent to Siberia. Her family was fortunate to go to Germany and lived in a displaced persons camp for...

Shaun J. Ortman

Shaun J. Ortman

Dec 14, 2023

Shaun Ortman, 44, a lifelong resident of Greensburg passed away on December 14, 2023, with his loving family by his side.  Shaun was born on January 21, 1979, in Columbus, IN.  He is survived by his wife, Kristy; two children: Cole (Cassidy) Ortman, Laryssa (Tyler) Logsdon; all of his fur babies; dad, Jim (Renada) Ortman; brother, Kyle (Tara) Ortman;...

Penny Marie Jackson

Penny Marie Jackson

Dec 12, 2023

Penny Marie Jackson, 54, of North Vernon, passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Born, May 15, 1969, in Indianapolis, she was the daughter of Willard and Virginia (Hardebeck) Jackson.

During Penny’s younger years she enjoyed dancing, taekwondo, and modeling. From a very young age, Penny always had a love for animals,...

Robert A. Hoops

Robert A. Hoops

Dec 6, 2023

Robert Allan Hoops, 84, a resident of Greensburg, Indiana since 1966, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Robert was born on June 12, 1939, in Erie, PA to Henrietta and Marion Hoops. He graduated from Fort Wayne Central High School in 1957 and attended Indiana University where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in...

Stella Keys

Stella Keys

Nov 28, 2023

Stella Keys, 91, of Greensburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Arbor Grove Village in Greensburg, Indiana. Stella was born on January 25, 1932, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Tati and Magda Stoykovich.

Stella had a love for life. She will always be known for her outgoing and vibrant personality. She loved to dance, bowling one...

Joseph C. Knueven

Joseph C. Knueven

Nov 27, 2023

Joseph C. Knueven, 98, of Greensburg, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 8, 1925, in New Alsace, Indiana, the son of John and Leona (Easley) Knueven. Joe attended Guilford High School in Dearborn County. After graduation, Joe served his country in the United States Army. A World...

Janice "Eileen" Taylor

Janice "Eileen" Taylor

Nov 26, 2023

Janice “Eileen” Taylor, 82, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at The Willows of Greensburg. Eileen was born on April 10, 1941, in Greensburg, Indiana to John and Zelpha Beach.

Eileen graduated from Burney High School. After high school, she married her first husband, Jack Tatman, in August of 1959. The two were married until Jack’s...

Melodi Miers Alessi

Melodi Miers Alessi

Nov 17, 2023

Melodi Miers Alessi, age 76, passed away at The Village Hospital in The Villages, Florida, on November 17, 2023.

She was born on September 10, 1947, the daughter of Morgan and Nansi Miers. Melodi was a 1965 graduate of Greensburg High School and graduated from Purdue University. She married Casper Alessi, Jr. in 1974 and worked as...

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